Grab this top when your trail runs include a high pass or doubtful weather. It has the fastest dry time of all Patagonia's performance baselayer fabrics, with an open-knit construction that breathes and wicks to keep you dry and cool. You can wear Capilene 2 Lightweight on its own in warm weather or as insulation beneath layers. With a rib-knit collar that's soft against the skin, offset side seams and raglan sleeves that keep clear of shoulder straps to eliminate chafe. Made of 4-oz 100% polyester (54% recycled) with Gladiodor odor control for the garment.

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Features

Open knit promotes airflow, is naturally stretchy and provides excellent wicking for endurance activities in cool to moderate temperatures

Our fastest-drying baselayer fabric insulates enough for use on chilly days and can be worn beneath other layers

Self-fabric neckline is soft next to skin

Raglan sleeves and underarm panels merge out of the way of pack straps

Knew it was meant to fit as a tight base layer, so went up a size to wear as a loose base or properly fitting mid. Know that capilene has come a long way, but still holds a smell more than i'd like after a few wears. All in all, would absolutely buy again when more go on sale. Love it, but can't justify the price at full.

I wear this top about four days a week and definitely when the temperature is cold in the morning and then a mild warmer change during the day, I like to use a top over a dri-fit tee and then layer a windproof jacket over the capilene. It is also excellent for very cold days even down into the twenties as a base layer for heavier jackets and down. This top is also great for an early fall hike as it is warm enough for the cool mornings and yet light enough not a weight down your day pack.